Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of classical masterpieces with the New York Philharmonic's latest album, set to release on September 4, 2025, under Warner Classics. This extraordinary collection spans over four hours and thirty-three minutes, showcasing the orchestra's virtuosity and the timeless compositions of Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, Prokofiev, and Dvořák.
The album opens with Dvořák's iconic Symphony No. 9, "From the New World," a work that has captivated audiences worldwide with its evocative melodies and profound emotional depth. The New York Philharmonic's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to this beloved symphony, highlighting its intricate details and sweeping grandeur.
Tchaikovsky's enchanting waltzes from "Eugene Onegin," "The Nutcracker," and "Swan Lake" are presented with exquisite delicacy and precision, showcasing the orchestra's ability to convey both elegance and passion. The album also features Tchaikovsky's powerful Piano Concerto No. 1, performed with breathtaking virtuosity, and his Symphony No. 5 and Symphony No. 6, "Pathétique," which demonstrate the orchestra's mastery of his dramatic and emotionally charged compositions.
Stravinsky's groundbreaking "Le Sacre du printemps" (The Rite of Spring) is performed with raw energy and precision, capturing the essence of this revolutionary work. The New York Philharmonic's interpretation of Stravinsky's Symphony in Three Movements is equally compelling, showcasing the orchestra's versatility and technical prowess.
Prokofiev's suites from "Romeo and Juliet" are brought to life with vivid imagery and emotional depth, highlighting the orchestra's ability to convey the full range of human experience. Rimsky-Korsakov's "Capriccio espagnol" and "Scheherazade" are performed with vibrant colors and rhythmic precision, showcasing the orchestra's mastery of these richly orchestrated works.
This album is a testament to the New York Philharmonic's enduring legacy and their commitment to excellence. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that will leave you inspired and moved.
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World": I. Adagio - Allegro moltoAntonín Dvořák, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World": II. LargoAntonín Dvořák, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World": III. Molto vivaceAntonín Dvořák, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World": IV. Allegro con fuocoAntonín Dvořák, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 2: WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": IntroductionIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Les augures printaniers - Danses des adolescentesIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Jeu du raptIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Rondes printanièresIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Jeux des cités rivalesIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Cortège du SageIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": L'adoration de la Terre. Le SageIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau I "L'adoration de la Terre": Danse de la TerreIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": IntroductionIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": Cercles mystérieux des adolescentesIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": Glorification de l'élueIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": Évocation des ancêtresIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": Action rituelle des ancêtresIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps, Tableau II "Le sacrifice": Danse sacraleIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 1: No. 9, Waltz of the SnowflakesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 15, Final Waltz and ApotheosisPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 2 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64ter: I. The Montagues and CapuletsSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 2 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64ter: II. The Young JulietSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 1 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64bis: V. MasksSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 1 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64bis: VI. Romeo and JulietSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 1 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64bis: VII. Death of TybaltSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 2 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64ter: VII. Romeo at Juliet's GraveSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Prokofiev: Suite No. 2 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64ter: VI. Dance of the Girls with LilliesSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings, Op. 48: II. WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34: I. AlboradaNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34: II. VariazioniNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34: III. AlboradaNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34: IV. Scena e canto gitanoNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34: V. Fandango asturianoNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act 1 "The Spell": No. 6, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the BumblebeeNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act III: No. 17, Entrance of the Guests and WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 1: No. 2, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: II. Andantino semplice - PrestissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Symphony in Three Movements: I. Overture. AllegroIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Symphony in Three Movements: II. Andante - InterludeIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Stravinsky: Symphony in Three Movements: III. Con motoIgor Stravinsky, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade, Op. 35: I. The Sea and Sinbad's ShipNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic, Glenn Dicterow
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade, Op. 35: II. The Kalendar PrinceNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade, Op. 35: III. The Young Prince and the Young PrincessNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic, Glenn Dicterow